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New Hope Speech &

Occupational Therapy

Small Steps. Big Progress. New Hope Every Sunrise

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We are so glad you’re here!

Our Story

Our Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Feeding Therapy Services

Welcome. We are so glad you’re here. New Hope Speech and Occupational Therapy provides expert speech therapy, occupational therapy, and feeding therapy services across the greater Des Moines area.

Neurodiversity‑Affirming, Client‑Led, and Play‑Based Care

Our clinicians value neurodiversity, client-led and play-based approaches to support children, adolescents, and adults. We prioritize compassionate care, trusting clinician–client relationships, and whole-client treatment plans tailored to each person’s goals.

Part of New Hope Healing: Multidisciplinary Support for Families

New Hope Speech and Occupational Therapy is part of New Hope Healing, a multidisciplinary therapy clinic including play therapy, trauma-focused therapy, couples counseling, group therapy, school-based therapy, and more — supporting coordinated care for the whole family.

Serving greater Des Moines since January 2025, New Hope Speech and Occupational Therapy is committed to growing with your needs.

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Why Families Choose New Hope Speech and Occupational Therapy

“My son absolutely loves his speech therapist, Allyssa. I feel so lucky we found such an amazing therapist for him.” 

— Speech Parent

" My daughter feels comfortable with her speech and OT therapists which was big for myself and her dad. They have tons of toys and a complete gym play area with tons of sensory items for the kids to work with. I’m so glad I found this place after being waitlist at several other places for 6+ months. Highly recommend give this place a call!”

— OT and Speech Parent

My son loves seeing Kacy at New Hope! She does a great job connecting with him and teaching him strategies he can use for himself which has given him confidence in his speech. He loves reaching his goals she sets for him and is excited to meet with her each week. I’d highly recommend Kacy!

—Speech Parent

My son loves seeing Kacy at New Hope! She does a great job connecting with him and teaching him strategies he can use for himself which has given him confidence in his speech. He loves reaching his goals she sets for him and is excited to meet with her each week. I’d highly recommend Kacy!

—Speech Parent

“Looking for the right therapist for your child can be hard, especially when you have high standards. I will admit, I'm pretty picky but I truly can't recommend Allyssa enough. She is a one-of-a-kind therapist! My son has made incredible progress, not only with his communication, but with his joint attention, play skills and confidence. He runs in and often times it's hard to get him to leave!”

— Speech Parent

“My 3-year-old has done nothing but THRIVE since starting work with Kelsey!!”

—OT Parent

My son struggled with handwriting, and after a few short months we have seen an immense improvement! He looks forward to going every week, and we really appreciate Kelsey's attention to detail, and patience during lessons. Love the resources!

—OT Parent

My 6 year old has been working with Miss Allyssa for speech therapy and it has been fantastic. He absolutely loves going to therapy and can't wait for his next sessions. His speech has had tremendous improvement as well. We are so grateful for such a positive and valuable experience at New Hope Speech and Occupational Therapy. We would highly recommend Miss Allyssa for any child needing speech therapy. 

—Speech Parent

We accept most major insurance companies in addition to Medicaid and Medicare

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